EVANS, Gwenda Inglis
Born Friday March 13, 1925. Passed away Sunday September 06, 2020.
Devoted wife of Charles “Tom” (dec). Mother of Peter and Jennifer. Grandmother to Kaitlin and Catherine. Great Grandmother to Evelyn and Olivia.
Funeral notice
Thursday September 17, 2020
The funeral of Mrs. Gwenda Inglis Evans will be live-streamed on Thursday, September 17, 2020, commencing at 2:30 p.m.
Tributes
Leave a tributeI only met Gwenda about 3 years ago. She was driving through my street as I was mowing my lawn, turned around and came back, stopped in the middle of the road and beckoned me to her. I asked her if I could help with anything and she said she just wanted to tell me how impressed she was to see a woman mowing so much lawn! She proceeded to explain to me that the house I was living in was built by her father. I stood in the road, listening to her stories about the house, answering her questions about which fixtures were still in it, and me asking her so many questions about the history of the Art Deco abode, her telling me her family history all while cars went around her, many of them waving in recognition. We became instant friends. I saw her a number of times after that, always enjoying bumping into her and picking her brains for more stories about the house. She was most keen to come in and see inside, and I often invited her to do so, but it never eventuated. So it was with sadness that I recently found out she had passed without getting to see inside her old childhood home. My deepest condolences to her family and friends. She had presence, was strong willed, funny and always a picture of sartorial refinement. She will be missed.
September 22, 2020 4:09 pm
A wonderful service Jenny and a tribute to wonderful Auntie Gwenda, I have many treasured memories of her and she will be forever in my heart.
Best wishes and condolences to you, Peter and extended families, l
Love Deb, Tim, Jas and Sam Routley xoxoSeptember 18, 2020 12:50 pm
What a wonderful beloved mum you had. So many beautiful words spoken by the three of you today. Wish I could have know her. Much love to you Jenny and your family.
September 17, 2020 9:26 pm
love you longtime Gwenda.
Condolences to Peter Jenny and families.
Love from Kendra Harding ( Higgins) Matthew, Hugh and LolaSeptember 17, 2020 7:01 pm
A beautiful service to celebrate a wonderful woman who’s life brought such joy to so many. Auntie Gwen you will be missed & thought of often.
Our condolences to Jenny, Peter & families.
Carley & Simon DzikovSeptember 17, 2020 6:24 pm
A lovely service Jenny - a nice send off for a great lady :-) Lovely speeches and the Amazing Grace of course for the final farewell. Gorgeous flowers and I loved the proteas :-)
Love Lee, Rob and Erin xxooSeptember 17, 2020 3:15 pm
Gwenda has been a dear friend for over 60 years. We did Colac West School Mothers' Club together, we played golf together; we just did things together, even birthday lunches together every year.
She was always full of energy and enthusiasm for life .
I will miss her very much.September 17, 2020 2:30 pm
Dear Jenny and Peter. Our deepest condolences to you and your families. Auntie Gwenda was such a wonderful woman, so full of life. Time spent with her was always such a joy. She will be missed.
Sending love Matt, Merridee and Ruby Kent
September 17, 2020 2:23 pm
Sending our condolences to Jenny, Peter and their families at this sad time. Auntie Gwenda was such a beautiful, caring and humorous woman who we loved dearly. We will treasure the memories of the times we shared together.
Love Aaron and LucindaSeptember 17, 2020 2:20 pm
Dear Peter and Jenny
It was with great sadness that we heard the news of Gwenda's death. We have a lifetime of very fond memories of Gwenda, most particularly as Jenny/mum's best friend and golfing partner. Many kilometres travelled following the little white ball.
All our love
David, Jane and Pat Shelton and familiesSeptember 17, 2020 2:11 pm
Gwenda was a wonderful friend to our Mum Marj and extended family over many years. We will fondly remember her wonderful sense of fun, her generosity and thoughtfulness and her loyalty to her friends. Our love to Jenny, Peter and their families
September 17, 2020 12:46 pm
Jenny, Peter & family thinking of you all. Such a beautiful caring lady, a very dear friend. Many good times together, always lots of laughter. Privileged to have Gwenda as a golf partner, memories of a Geelong tournament win. So fortunate to have been able to say goodbye. May the memories etched in your hearts remind you of all the good times shared xo
September 16, 2020 10:02 pm
Dearest sympathy to Peter, Jenny and families. Auntie Gwenda was such a special woman she loved life until the end. We were so lucky to call her our Auntie so thankful for the special times we shared together. Love Graeme, Jill and families. ????????????
September 16, 2020 9:43 pm
Much loved and much missed. Rest In Peace Gwenda. Love Nola Kavenagh
September 16, 2020 3:20 pm
Our deepest sympathies to Peter and Jenny at this sad time!
When I think of Gwenda, I think way back when my mum (Phyl), Lexie, Marj, Joan, your mum and others were all in Colac West Mother’s Club back when we were growing up! The friendships forged way back then were still there into their old age. I remember lots of laughter and good times when they got together! Thinking of you all!
Fiona (nee Cahill) and Ken FisherSeptember 15, 2020 10:29 pm
Our sincere sympathies on the loss of your dear Mum and Grandmother. Gwenda was a kind, caring lady. She displayed that many times with us. She will be missed in the neighbourhood. Thoughts are with you. Dean and Colleen.
September 15, 2020 2:30 pm
Loving thoughts and sympathy extended to Jenny and Peter and their families on the passing of dear Auntie Gwenda. An amazing lady Gwenda was a wonderful caring little sister to mum, Jean Learey (dec). Many happy memories of times at Barwon Heads and Auntie Gwenda's sense of humour.
Sleep peacefully.
Love Carol, Paul,Tamara and familySeptember 15, 2020 11:08 am
My condolences to all Gwendas family, . I have such fond memories of Gwenda, she had such a good sense of humour. She was a great friend of my late Mum, Thelma Taylor. Thinking of you all.
September 15, 2020 7:52 am
Loving memories of a fun loving thoughtful person . Loving thoughts to Peter Jen and families .
Robyn Peter Lee Ross and girls.September 15, 2020 12:13 am
Our thoughts are with you Jenny, Peter and families,
We have loving memories of our dear friend Gwen and all the fun times we shared. The JinksiesSeptember 14, 2020 4:50 pm
Our loving sympathy to Peter, Jenny and their families, . Auntie Glenda was a very special aunt, caring, loving and always interested and very supportive, a joy to be with. And in her last week she said she was the luckiest person in Colac, despite her illness. Always so appreciative of those who cared for her. We will miss her.
Don and Marlene McMahon.September 12, 2020 8:49 pm
What an amazing lady , Gwenda loved everyone????, and enjoying life to the fullest. Deepest Sympathy to Gwenda and families. RIP BEAUTIFUL LADY ????????????????????????????❤️
September 11, 2020 7:01 pm
A wonderful lady and treasured friend..she was a wonderful support of me from a young age at the Colac Golf Club. Loved catching up with her and having a chat over the ensuing years and will be deeply missed
Condolences to Peter, Jenny & families
Rest in Peace my friend
VickySeptember 11, 2020 8:43 am
May you rest peacefully Gwenda.
My condolence to Jenny & family.
Debra EllisSeptember 09, 2020 7:54 pm
DEEPEST SYMPATHY PETER AND JAN .sorry to hear of your loss of your loved one .best wishes in these troubled times .from GORDON XOX .
September 09, 2020 3:03 pm
In loving memory of our dear friend Gwenda. A privilege to have known you and be part of our group. We will miss your jokes, laughter, stories and smiling face. Love to the family, from the Colac West mothers club friends.
September 09, 2020 2:19 pm
Gwenda was a very friendly & compassionate person. I think all who met her would have loved her smile.
A life well lived. Rest peacefully..
Theresa ( Teri) MilvertonSeptember 09, 2020 1:01 pm
Dear Jenny and Peter And families
Thinking of you all during this sad time .We have lots of happy memories of your mum especially her thoughtful letters to many people including my mum. we always had a laugh and were amazed at her beautiful handwriting . Her cards were brilliant. A wonderful lady with a beaut smile and lovely conversation. Her laugh was also memorable!
Christine and Peter KingSeptember 09, 2020 8:40 am
Thinking of you Jenny on the passing of your Mum. Gwenda was such a bright spark to meet & chat with, always had a laugh with her, may she rest peacefully. Condolences to you & Peter. Jan Evans.
September 08, 2020 3:41 pm
Deepest sympathy to Peter and Jenny. Gwenda was an exceptional and amazing lady who lived life to the full. Sadly missed but will live on in our memories . Rob, Maria, Adam, Jeremy, Fletcher and Monty Hamilton.
September 08, 2020 2:48 pm
It was my privilege and pleasure to care for Gwenda in her final days. A beautiful Lady, always so appreciative of your assistance. Rest peacefully Gwenda. Deepest sympathy to her family. Your journey has ended.
September 07, 2020 6:31 pm
Condolences to Peter and Jenny for the loss of their mum. Great memories of our holiday altogether at Peterborough. A gracious lady at rest xx????
September 07, 2020 5:52 pm